VATA, PITTA OR KAPHA?

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Quiz Questions

1.
My body is...
- A.
  Thin; gaining weight is difficult.
- B.
  Medium; sometimes I gain weight, but losing it is easy.
- C.
  Heavy; gaining weight is easy, but losing it is not.
2.
My skin is...
- A.
  Dry and rough, thin, and prone to wrinkles, it tans easily.
- B.
  Red and sensitive that burns easily in the sun, in some cases there may be pimples, acne scars, or moles.
- C.
  My skin looks young, well hydrated, and smooth; I tend to tan rather than burn. The skin is clear and without marks or pimples.
3.
My nails are...
- A.
  My nails are dry, they break easily.
- B.
  My nails are smooth, pink, and flexible.
- C.
  My nails are strong, thick, and smooth.
4.
My hair is...
- A.
  Straight, wavy and unruly as it grows; it is dry and brittle; sometimes it falls out easily.
- B.
  Smooth and fine, with a tendency to premature graying.
- C.
  My hair is abundant, thick, frizzy, curly.
5.
My face shape is...
- A.
  Oval.
- B.
  Heart-shaped.
- C.
  Round / Square.
6.
My eyes are...
- A.
  Small, active eyes often darker in color.
- B.
  Medium, light green, gray, amber or blue Intense eyes.
- C.
  Big, bright and shiny, easy to look at.
7.
My teeth are...
- A.
  My teeth have an irregular arrangement.
- B.
  My teeth are well fixed; I tend to get cavities.
- C.
  I have nice, strong, and rather large teeth.
8.
My appetite is...
- A.
  Variable, scarce, you can miss a meal without even noticing.
- B.
  Good, excessive, gets irritated if you skip a meal.
- C.
  Low but stable and consistent.
9.
My thirst is...
- A.
  Variable.
- B.
  Excessive.
- C.
  Stable.
10.
My sweat is...
- A.
  Variable to none.
- B.
  Excessive, with odor.
- C.
  Moderate to none, no odor.
11.
My body temperature is...
- A.
  Cold; especially on the hands and feet.
- B.
  Hot; sometimes overheated.
- C.
  Adaptable, but does not like cold and humid climates.
12.
My digestion is...
- A.
  Irregular, with a tendency for gas and bloating.
- B.
  Fast, burning sensation at times.
- C.
  Slow and steady.
13.
My bowel elimination is...
- A.
  Irregular, dry, hard, tends to constipation.
- B.
  Regular, loose, soft, tends to diarrhea.
- C.
  Slow, regular, greasy.
14.
My sleep is...
- A.
  I wake up easily, hard to fall asleep.
- B.
  I fall asleep easily, stay asleep, I have trouble sleeping in warm temperatures.
- C.
  I sleep long and deep, I find it difficult to wake up.
15.
My physical activity is...
- A.
  Fast and very active.
- B.
  Moderate and competitive.
- C.
  Lethargic and slow.
16.
My emotions...
- A.
  Unpredictable, anxious, insecure.
- B.
  Irritable, jealous, blaming, judgmental, angry, critical.
- C.
  Calm, peaceful, loving.
17.
My mind is...
- A.
  Restless, active.
- B.
  Aggressive, intelligent, intense.
- C.
  Calm and stable.
18.
My memory is...
- A.
  Good in the short term, scattered.
- B.
  Bad in the long run; sharp, selective.
- C.
  Good in the long run; slow.
19.
My reaction to stress is...
- A.
  I get emotional easily, diverge in all directions.
- B.
  Facing the challenges.
- C.
  I rarely get stressed; I let myself go.
20.
When I want to achieve my goals...
- A.
  I am easily distracted and broken.
- B.
  I am focused, production-oriented.
- C.
  I work slowly and steadily.
21.
My interests are...
- A.
  Art, Dance, Creativity.
- B.
  Competitive sports, debate, politics.
- C.
  Family and social gatherings, cooking, collecting.
22.
In my relationships...
- A.
  I have many casual relationships.
- B.
  I have intense relationships.
- C.
  I have loyal, long-term relationships.
23.
I show affection with...
- A.
  Words.
- B.
  Gifts.
- C.
  Touch.

Quiz Outcomes

1.
Your Dosha is... Vata 🌀
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Governed by the elements air and ether, it is the main force of movement in the body and mind. When vata is healthy, the body's movements are graceful, unimpeded, and yet controlled. When out of balance, movements become erratic, excessive, diminished, or blocked.The word vata means to blow or to move like the wind. Vata governs the movements of the body, the activities of the nervous system, and the process of elimination.Ready to reconnect with yourself? Read on...CharacteristicsVatas love excitement and new experiences. They are quick to anger, but also forgiving. When Vatas are in balance, they are energetic, creative, and flexible. They also take initiative and are lively conversationalists. When out of balance, they are prone to worry and anxiety, and often suffer from insomnia. When they feel overwhelmed or stressed, their response is, "What did I do wrong?"How to Balance VataIf excessive stress in your life leads to the imbalance of your Vata force, your activity will start to get out of control. Your mind may soar, contributing to anxiety and insomnia. You may start skipping meals, resulting in unintentional weight loss, and your digestion may become irregular. If you notice these early symptoms of a Vata imbalance, slow down, take time to meditate, don't skip meals, and go to bed early A regular lifestyle routine helps ground Vata so you don't get dragged into the ethers.Vata is cold, light, irregular, dry, and always changing. To balance Vata, make choices that bring warmth, stability, and consistency to your life. Try to go to bed before 10 pm, wake up at 6 am, and eat meals at regular times.Avoid getting cold Wear suitable and appropriate clothing for the season and keep your head covered when the weather is cold.Do an Abhyanga Massage Daily massage using warmer, heavier oils like sesame and almond.Stick with light exercises that increase balance and flexibility Be careful not to push yourself too hard and exceed the limits of your energy.Drink Ginger Tea Fresh ginger root is beneficial and can be used often. During cold weather, sip ginger tea throughout the day.Prefer soft, soothing music.Touch and be touched regularly by the people you love and schedule regular massage treatments.Prefer warm colors In your clothes and environment, such as earth tones, pastels, browns, and warm yellows.
2.
Your Dosha is... Pitta 🔥
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Pitta dosha controls digestion, metabolism, and energy production. The primary function of Pitta is transformation. Those with a predominance of the Pitta principle have a fiery nature that manifests in both body and mind.Ready to reconnect with yourself? Read on...Physical CharacteristicsPittas are usually of average size and weight. Sometimes they have bright red hair, but baldness or sparse hair is also common in a Pitta. They have excellent digestion, which sometimes leads them to believe that they can eat anything. They have a warm body temperature. They sleep deeply for short periods of time and have a strong sex drive.When in balance, Pittas have lustrous skin, perfect digestion, abundant energy, and a strong appetite. When out of balance, Pittas can suffer from skin rashes, burning sensations, peptic ulcers, excessive body heat, heartburn, and indigestion.Emotional CharacteristicsPittas have a powerful intellect and a great ability to concentrate. When they are in balance, they are good decision makers, teachers, and lecturers. They are precise, insightful, direct, and often frank. Unbalanced Pittas can be moody and argumentative.When pittas are overrated, their typical response is, "What did you do wrong?"How to Balance PittaPittas have a powerful intellect and a great ability to concentrate. When they are in balance, they are good decision makers, teachers, and lecturers. They are precise, insightful, direct, and often frank. Unbalanced Pittas can be moody and argumentative.When pittas are overrated, their typical response is, "What did you do wrong?"Balance rest and activity Allow some free time every day. Be careful not to create unnecessary time pressures for yourself.Don't skip meals and don't wait until you are hungry to eat.Prefer sweet, bitter and astringent foods Also eat more refreshing foods such as cucumbers, sweet fruits and melons.Spend more time in nature Take walks in the forest and along natural bodies of water. Keep fresh plants and flowers in your home and office. Walk in the moonlight.Have a daily Abhyanga Massage With cooler oils, like Coconut or Olive.Prefer cooler colors In your clothes and environment, like blue, green, and silver.Laugh a lot, every day.Prefer refreshing and sweet scents Sandalwood, rose, jasmine, mint, lavender, fennel, and chamomile are recommended.
3.
Your Dosha is... Kapha 🌿
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Kapha governs the structure of the body. It is the principle that holds cells together and forms muscles, fat, bones, and tendons. Kapha's primary function is protection.Ready to reconnect with yourself? Read on...Physical CharacteristicsKapha types have a strong constitution and excellent stamina. Large, smooth eyes; smooth, radiant skin; and thick hair are also important Kapha characteristics. Those who are predominantly Kapha sleep deeply and have regular digestion. But when Kapha is overgrown, weight gain, fluid retention, and allergies manifest in the body. When they are out of balance, Kapha types can become overweight, sleep excessively, and suffer from asthma, diabetes, and depression.Emotional CharacteristicsKaphas are naturally calm, caring, and loving. They have an inherent ability to enjoy life and are comfortable with routine. When in balance, Kaphas are strong, loyal, patient, steadfast, and supportive. People with excess Kapha tend to cling to things, jobs, and relationships long after they are no longer nourishing or needed. Kapha excess in the mind manifests as resistance to change and stubbornness. When faced with stress, the typical Kapha response is, "I don't want to deal with it."How to Balance KaphaSeek stimulation. Since Kapha is inherently cold, heavy and dense, the key to balancing Kapha is stimulation. Kaphas tend to cling to the status quo and routine, so they need the stimulation of new images, sounds, and experiences. Follow a regular daily routine, ideally waking up before 6am. Avoid napping during the day.Keep warm and avoid dampness. Kaphas are particularly sensitive to cold and humidity and benefit from heat. Use dry heat if you are congested - a common Kapha complaint. Using a heat pad under your back or a sun lamp on your chest is usually helpful. Avoid exposing your nose, throat, and lungs to the cold winter air if you're not feeling well.Do a Garshana (dry massage) on your body to stimulate circulation.Use an Ayurvedic Lota to help prevent congestion Neti Pot is a powerful tool for nasal cleansing.Clear your spaceTo prevent clutter from building up in your home, office, car, and other physical spaces, clean regularly and donate things you know you'll never use.Exercise regularly This is the best way to avoid stagnation and the accumulation of toxins in the body. Focus on building endurance. Give preference to running, cycling, swimming, aerobics, and competitive sports. You can also dance to energizing rhythmic music.Use warm, stimulating aromas including clove, camphor, cinnamon, eucalyptus, juniper, and marjoram.Give preference to warm, bright colors including yellow, orange, and red.